Data Scientist

Haystack
United StatesFull-time$59,150–$106,925Posted Sep 16, 2026

About the role

We're hiring on behalf of a Haystack partner!

The Role

  • Provide data management and automation support to a specialized imagery and geospatial analysis division.
  • Assist in developing modernized data management workflows supporting multiple organizational programs.
  • Collaborate with senior data scientists, database developers, and analysts to implement and sustain updated database processes.
  • Research and document existing data management practices, procedures, and system dependencies.
  • Design improved workflows with automation incorporated from the outset.
  • Enhance existing models and simulations involving production, monitoring, and change-detection data.

What You'll Need

  • 3-6 years of experience in programming languages such as Python or R, data preprocessing, and basic machine learning algorithms.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with willingness to be approved for a Polygraph.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (additional years of experience can be considered in lieu of degree).
  • Working knowledge of ArcGIS, ArcSDE, and ArcPro.
  • Familiarity with common data science libraries and frameworks, PostgreSQL, Postgis, PgAdmin, and Application Programming Interfaces (APIs).
  • Basic understanding of GEOINT integration work and GEOINT from collection, exploitation, analysis, and product delivery.

What's On Offer

  • Competitive annual salary ($59,150 - $106,925) plus potential for bonuses.
  • Opportunity to work on critical national security missions.
  • Collaborative team environment with experienced professionals.
  • Professional development and growth opportunities.

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Responsibilities

  • Provide data management and automation support to a specialized imagery and geospatial analysis division.
  • Assist in developing modernized data management workflows supporting multiple organizational programs.
  • Collaborate with senior data scientists, database developers, and analysts to implement and sustain updated database processes.
  • Research and document existing data management practices, procedures, and system dependencies.
  • Design improved workflows with automation incorporated from the outset.
  • Enhance existing models and simulations involving production, monitoring, and change-detection data.

Qualifications

  • 3-6 years of experience in programming languages such as Python or R, data preprocessing, and basic machine learning algorithms.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with willingness to be approved for a Polygraph.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (additional years of experience can be considered in lieu of degree).
  • Working knowledge of ArcGIS, ArcSDE, and ArcPro.
  • Familiarity with common data science libraries and frameworks, PostgreSQL, Postgis, PgAdmin, and Application Programming Interfaces (APIs).
  • Basic understanding of GEOINT integration work and GEOINT from collection, exploitation, analysis, and product delivery.

Benefits

  • Competitive annual salary plus potential for bonuses.
  • Opportunity to work on critical national security missions.
  • Collaborative team environment with experienced professionals.
  • Professional development and growth opportunities.

Skills mentioned

PythonRData AnalysisMachine LearningPandasPostgreSQLSQLAPI IntegrationAutomationData Engineering

About Haystack

Haystack combines AI & expert vetting to deliver world-class tech candidates who are engaged, aligned, and ready to interview. We're trusted by over 400,000+ tech candidates, working in Software Engineering, Data, Design, DevOps, Cloud, Tech Management, Testing, Product & Delivery, Architecture and more. 100s of employers from startups and scale-ups like Atom Bank, DuckDuckGo and Goodlord to established enterprises like American Express, Dunelm and AWS use Haystack to connect with qualified tech talent that they can't find anywhere else.

Technology51-200 employeesNewcastle upon Tyne, England

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